If you have been convicted of OWI, DUI, drug possession, reckless driving, or another similar offense, your sentence likely includes a driver’s license suspension or revocation. If your license has been suspended, it is illegal to violate the terms of the suspension and drive before you are cleared to. If you choose to ignore the suspension, you can face extremely serious criminal penalties under Ann Arbor motor vehicle laws. If your license has been revoked, you will be dealing with charges of driving without a license in Ann Arbor, which are even more severe.
No matter what the specifics of your case, it is important that you get in touch with an experienced driver’s license attorney if accused. Our team understands how miscommunications, misunderstandings, vehicle theft, and other situations can lead to false allegations, and we are committed to protecting you or your loved one throughout every stage of your case so that you are able to achieve the best possible case result. We know that police and prosecutors won’t listen to your side of the story, and we will do everything we can to make sure a judge or jury does. Don’t say anything before you are able to get in touch with a lawyer, and let an experienced defense attorney protect you as you go through investigation and a potential trial.
With well over a decade of criminal defense experience, trial lawyer Scott Grabel has established a reputation as a leader in Ann Arbor DUI and motor vehicle defense. Under his qualified direction, our firm has been able to achieve exceptional case results for clients statewide, and we know what it takes to win in all types of cases. Contact our firm now for a free initial case consultation and let us begin walking you through the steps you need to take to overcome charges of driving on a suspended license.
When a driver’s license has been suspended, revoked or restricted, conditions are set that bar a person from operating a motor vehicle at certain times. For most license suspensions, a person will be unable to operate a vehicle for the duration of the suspension, usually 6 months to a year. Anyone who drives while their license is suspended can face criminal penalties and administrative punishment.
There is a lot on the line when you are accused of violating a license suspension in Washtenaw County. Not only can you lose your license for a much longer period, jail time and fines can also result. Driving while your license is suspended (DWLS) is never a charge that should be taken lightly, and our attorneys understand just how badly you need an experienced defense advocate on your side throughout the process. Contact our firm now to learn more about our proven approach to Ann Arbor motor vehicle crime defense, and let us begin providing you with answers to some of the questions you might have regarding your specific case.
As soon as you or a loved one is accused of driving on a suspended license, contact a defense lawyer. For a first offense, up to 93 days in jail and a fine of $500 could result. If this is a second DWLS conviction, up to a year in jail and a fine of $1,000 could result. In cases involving three-time offenders, up to 5 years behind bars and a $5,000 fine will be on the line. Additionally, if you drive on a suspended license and are involved in an accident, you could face additional penalties depending on the damage you cause. In cases involving death, up to 15 years behind bars and a $10,000 fine can result.
At Grabel & Associates, we know how important your ability to drive is, which is why we don’t want to see you without it for any longer than you need to be. We know how to help you battle back against new penalties for driving on a suspended license, and will work with you throughout every stage of your case with your best interests in mind, fighting for the most beneficial case outcome. Contact us right now and let us begin fighting for you.
To speak with a member of our team about your case right now, call 1-800-342-7896 or contact us online. We are available 24/7 to begin defending you after allegations of driving on a suspended license in Ann Arbor.